Fresh-baked goods, fresh-brewed coffee and creative sandwiches served up in relaxed, roomy surroundings.

by Contributor

In Short
Bright colors and comfortable furniture give this chain cafe a laid-back feel, with scattered tables that beckon coffee-sipping readers, chatters and diners. All baked goods--bagels, muffins, two dozen kinds of bread--are made fresh on the premises. Sandwiches include turkey-artichoke panini and Asiago roast beef, plus standards like chicken salad and smoked turkey. Soups change daily, but popular choices like broccoli and cheese, chicken noodle and French onion are always on the menu.

06/21/02

Vegetarian options!

by nikkikub

We love eating at Panera. They always have at least one vegetarian soup and it's always delicious.

Also love to go to the locations that have a fireplace and sit right next to the fire.

• Pros: vegetarian options, fresh baked bread, fireplace
• Cons: Can be crowded, Service slow sometime